Back in the day, when cooperative games were on the rise and voice chats were not yet common, gathering with friends in front of a TV to play from one console was a blast. You can recreate this experience today, and I'm here to guide you through the process of playing splitscreen on Minecraft for Xbox One or other consoles. Get your console ready, stock up on soda and snacks, and invite your friends over. Let's dive into how to do it!
Table of Contents
- Important Details
- How to Play Split Screen in Minecraft?
- How to Play Minecraft from One Console?
- How to Split Screen Minecraft Online?
Important Details
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First off, let me clarify that the Minecraft split-screen feature is exclusive to consoles. Unfortunately, PC users can't enjoy this, but if you're on an Xbox, PS, or Nintendo Switch, you're in luck! We'll go through the steps together.
Another key point to consider is system requirements. To support split-screen, you'll need a TV or screen that supports HD (720p) resolution. Your console must also support this format. When connecting via HDMI, the resolution typically sets automatically, but if you're using VGA, you might need to manually adjust the settings on your Xbox or PlayStation.
How to Play Split Screen in Minecraft?
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Minecraft offers versatile ways to enjoy split-screen, whether locally from one console or online on a server with more players. Let's explore both options.
How to Play Minecraft from One Console?
For local split-screen, you can have up to 4 players on one device, just make sure everyone plays nice with the gamepad. Here's a general guide that should work across different consoles:
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Start by connecting your console to the screen using an HDMI cable, which comes with most modern devices.
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Launch Minecraft and either create a new game or continue an existing session. Ensure multiplayer is disabled in the settings.
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Set your difficulty, additional settings, and world parameters. If you're using an existing world, you can skip this step.
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Once the game starts, activate additional players. The button to do this varies by console; for PS, it's the "Options" button (press twice), and for Xbox, it's typically the Start button.
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Log into the account and join the game. The screen will automatically split into 2 to 4 parts once everyone is connected.
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That's it! You're all set to enjoy Minecraft with your friends.
How to Split Screen Minecraft Online?
Unfortunately, you can't split the screen with another online player; this feature is for local play only. However, you can still invite "remote" friends to join your game if you're playing in front of one TV.
The process is similar to local play: log into your account, create a game, and enable multiplayer. Then, send invitations to your remote friends.
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Minecraft remains one of the best cooperative games out there, and the ability to play it side by side with friends is something special. Give it a try and enjoy the fun with good company!
